Greetings from the Eden Prairie Community Foundation!

While back to school is back in swing, there are a few other things brewing as Summer comes to a close and the air gets a little crisper. September air brings falling leaves, changing trees, and one of the Foundation’s largest events of the year, Prairie Wine & Brewfest!

With less than 2 weeks until the event, now is the time to secure your tickets for a great discount!

Less than 2 weeks left until the 12th Annual Prairie Wine & Brewfest!

Prairie Wine & Brewfest is one of the Eden Prairie Community Foundation's signature events, bringing together community members for an afternoon of craft beverages, live music, food, and philanthropy at beautiful Purgatory Creek Park. 

Prairie Wine & Brewfest features local breweries, wineries, and non-alcoholic options for guests to enjoy while supporting a meaningful cause. This event raises critical funds that help the Foundation provide grants, scholarships, and support programs serving needs throughout Eden Prairie. Pre-sale tickets available for purchase today at a $10 discount from the Door price. N/A & VIP tickets also available!

Consider volunteering for the event and receive free admission before or after your shift!

Check out this article writen by: David Scheller in EP Lifestyle about the event to learn more about what to expect!

Volunteers are such an important part of what makes the Foundation so effective in Eden Prairie.

Each month we will be highlighting some of our current volunteer opportunities. This month, we are searching for passionate Event volunteers for Prairie Wine & Brewfest on September 12th, 2026 who care about Eden Prairie and want to be a part of tangible change in our community. 

Event-day volunteers help make the event welcoming, organized, and seamless by supporting set-up, check-in, guest flow, sponsor and vendor hospitality, Choice Grants voting, refreshments, product pouring, and clean-up. Volunteers may sign up for one shift or multiple shifts. Event volunteers receive free admission to the event and can enjoy the tastings before or after their shift!

If you are passionate about community impact and nonprofit collaboration, a natural relationship-builder and connector, comfortable reaching out to organizations and starting conversations, and excited about strengthening the Eden Prairie community through partnerships and shared resources, this is the role for you!

For more information and to sign up for a shift, click the button below!

At our most recent board meeting, we had the honor of hearing from two representatives from Senior Community Services.

Established in 1950, this organization has been working for the wellbeing of older adults and caregivers for 76 years. Their mission is to empower people as they age. They complete this mission through the many programs they offer. All this is built on the values of community, inclusion, compassion, stewardship, innovation, and volunteerism.

The services offered by Senior Community Services (SCC) include technology services such as tech clinics and informational training, household & outdoor maintenance including mowing lawns, raking leaves, and shoveling snow, as well as caregiver support. 

SCC has a few events coming up this month including their Reimagine Aging Conference taking place on September 17th from 9am-3pm and an upcoming technology presentation taking on the topic on “Everyday Uses of AI”. This training takes place on September 30th at 1pm. 

They are always looking for volunteers. Consider donating an afternoon of your time to do some weeding, gardening, or other tasks that can be difficult for older members of our community. 

For more information on SCC, upcoming events and for detailed volunteer opportunities, visit their website https://seniorcommunity.org/

Do you work or volunteer for a nonprofit?

Check out the "Support Nonprofit" page on our website! Here you will find resources designed just for you such as grant opportunities, networking events, and trainings!

The Eden Prairie Community Foundation is excited to welcome three new board members this fall. Each brings valuable expertise, community commitment, and a passion for strengthening Eden Prairie. Welcome to the team, Paul, Erin, and Harry!

EPCF Ribbon Cutting

Save the Date:

October 6th, 2026 | 10-11am

The Eden Prairie Community Foudnation has a newly rennovated space and we are eager to celebrate! The Eden Prairie Chamber will be conducting a ribbon cutting ceremony taking place at 10am on Tuesday, October 6th. We invite any member of the community who would like to be present and visit our new space to attend this wonderful occasion!

By increasing access to these opportunities, we're helping young people build confidence, develop healthy habits, and experience the benefits of being active and engaged in our community.  Learn more and apply on our website.

Celebrate Local

Fall Marketplace

Celebrate local is hosting a Fall Market place event taking place on September 26th, 2026 and they are searching for vendors to join their event!

Are you interested in showcasing what you do? Perhaps it's a small business, a nonprofit, a side hustle, or a personalized service that you're ready to introduce to the community! 

Consider joining them at Purgatory Creek Park for a day of newfound visability, connection and celebration for those who wear ALL the hats! Allow the sommunity to see you, learn about what your business does and experience community support!

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Reserve your booth: Reserve your table early for premium pricing and placement
• Stand out: whether you're demoing, sharing your services, or connecting with the foot traffic, there's a platform for you
• Visibility: Early sign up, creates more up-front visibility in our social media, marketing and linktree efforts. We want to highlight and support you.